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North Dakota is home to over 40 species of mosquito, including the everpopular inland floodwater mosquito. Flickr photo by Katja Schulz

North Dakota is home to over 40 species of mosquito, including the everpopular inland floodwater mosquito. Flickr photo by Katja Schulz

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Dakota Gardener: The ‘mosquito buckets of doom’ controversy

Esther Mcginnis, Ndsu Extension Horiculturalist
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
This method of killing hordes of mosquitoes may have varying results based on a few key factors.Every northern state jokes that the mosquito is its state bird.However, mosquitoes are no laughing matter. They vector West Nile disease in the north and much worse diseases further south.
First-come, first-served

First-come, first-served

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First-come, first-served deer gun licenses available

News Staff
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
95 antlerless whitetail deer licenses are available in unit 3F2 for North Dakota’s 2026 deer gun season.These licenses will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis beginning Aug.12 at 10 a.m. Central time.
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Local physician assistant receives statewide honor

News Staff
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Pembina County Memorial Hospital (PCMH) is proud to announce that Laura Ermer, PA-C, has been named the 2026 Outstanding Physician Assistant of the Year by the North Dakota Academy of Physician Assistants (NDAPA), one of the profession's highest honors in North Dakota.
One attendee showers the crowd with bubbles and Johnny Pineapple and Bonnie sing 'Tiny Bubbles'. Photo by Rebecca Davis.

One attendee showers the crowd with bubbles and Johnny Pineapple and Bonnie sing 'Tiny Bubbles'. Photo by Rebecca Davis.

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Johnny Pineapple brings a tropical twist to Drayton Senior Center

Rebecca Davis
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
The Drayton Sugar Bowl Senior Citizens Center was transformed into a tropical getaway on Thursday, July 16, as Johnny Pineapple and his wife, Bonnie, brought a Hawaiian-themed performance to kick off Drayton Riverfest.The day before their Drayton stop, the couple performed in Hallock, Minn.
13th Annual Drayton Ribfest

13th Annual Drayton Ribfest

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13th Annual Drayton Ribfest draws crowds despite summer heat

Maggie Vold
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
The 13th Annual Drayton Ribfest was held on Saturday, July 18, as part of Drayton Riverfest. Although temperatures were high, the heat didn't stop people from coming out to enjoy great food, friendly competition, and a fun community tradition.
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Red, White, and Rusty photo contest seeks entries

News Staff
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
The Pembina County Historical Society invites photographers of all ages to participate in its annual Amateur Photo Contest, held in conjunction with the 33rd Annual Pioneer Machinery Show and Tractor Pull on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. This year's photo contest theme is 'Red, White, and Rusty.
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